Inside the .rar , you might find a file that looks like an image (e.g., photo.jpg.exe ). If your system hides file extensions, you may accidentally run a program that installs malware.

Permanently delete the file and run a full system scan using a reputable tool like Malwarebytes . Summary Table: Red Flags Risk Level Generic Name Classic bait for social engineering. Compressed Format

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